Scarlett Johansson Makes Controversial Statement on the Red Carpet
by EG
Avengers: Infinity War - Part I star Scarlett Johansson courted controversy at Monday's Met Gala by wearing a gown designed by the ex-wife of disgraced producer Harvey Weinstein. Amid the scandal over Weinstein's alleged sexual assaults and abuse, many - including outspoken activist Rose McGowan - attempted to black list his wife, designer Georgina Chapman, too. Johansson's gown was the first of Chapman's designs to make a major red carpet since the scandal broke.
Via People.
Scarlett Johansson gave Marchesa its first A-list red carpet moment in months.
Johansson wore the Marchesa gown to the Met Gala on Monday night. She attended the annual event alongside her newly-confirmed boyfriend and SNL star Colin Jost.
It is the first time a major celebrity has worn the designer to a high-profile event since the downfall of disgraced movie mogul Harvey Weinstein, who was married to the brand’s co-founder and designer Georgina Chapman.
Weinstein was accused of sexual harassment and assault by dozens of women last fall.
A spokesperson for Weinstein also previously told PEOPLE in a statement that “any allegations of non-consensual sex are unequivocally denied by Mr. Weinstein. Mr. Weinstein has further confirmed that there were never any acts of retaliation against any women for refusing his advances.”
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